CONGRATS ON YOUR NEW TATTOO
Now that you have your stunning new tattoo, it's time to give it the love and care it deserves. Our aftercare page is here to guide you through the essential steps to ensure your tattoo heals beautifully and remains vibrant for years to come. Let's dive in and discover how to keep your tattoo looking its absolute best!
Aftercare Process
BANDAGE REMOVAL, FIRST WASH & KEEP CLEAN
Your tattoo is a fresh wound and must be kept clean.
Remove bandage and give your tattoo a good wash with non-fragrance antibacterial soap.
Brands such as Aveeno and dr.bronner's are good for sensitive and hypoallergenic types of skin.
Pat dry with disposable paper towel and allow the tattoo to dry completely—do not use your bath towel.
Clean the tattoo at least twice a day.
Do not bandage again.
Do not apply any aftercare products yet.
Do not take a bath, swim or soak in water—running water is fine.
Avoid direct sunlight on a healing tattoo.
TATTOO CARE DO'S & DO NOT'S
DAY 1:
Your new tattoo will be somewhat tender, and will feel like a new sunburn. The care of your tattoo is your responsibility. How you care for it in the first few days determines the way it will look forever.
DO:
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Remove bandage carefully - wet in shower first if it seems to stick.
Wash tattoo with warm water and a mild soap, lathering with hand.
Rinse tattoo well with warm water, until surface of tattoo feels squeaky clean.
Pat tattoo dry with a clean, disposable paper towel.
Apply small amount of lotion or ointment to tattoo and work into skin.
Blot excess lotion or ointment with a clean paper towel.
Tattoo should not be greasy - LESS IS MORE!
DO NOT:
Do not rebandage tattoo!
Do not use washcloth, loofa, or sponge to wash tattoo!
Do not dry with a towel. Cloth towels can harbor bacteria!
Do not touch tattoo with dirty hands! Do not let anyone else, either!
Do not apply excessive lotion or ointment. Tattoo should not look “soggy”
Do not use products containing aloe vera , alcohol, or cortisone.
Do not expose tattoo to natural or artificial sunlight for a minimum of 3 weeks
Do not soak in tub, pool, or lake. All contain bacteria!
Do not pick or scratch tattoo! Use a little lotion for itching.
DAYS 2 - 14:
Healing tattoos will peel and flake; small bits of colored skin will shed. It may not look as “crisp” as the first few days and may appear “hazy”. This is completely normal, and will clear up in 2- 3 weeks. Continue to wash and dry tattoo twice a day, morning, and night, as directed for in day one. Apply lotion 4-6 times / day, being sure to use a small amount only, and work it in.
PRODUCTS WE RECOMMEND:
Soap: Liquid antibacterial soap.
Lotion: Colorless and fragrance free lotion.